Research Technician I
Research Technician I
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Job Description
Union: NonUnion
Site: Krembil
Department: Research
Reports to: Senior Scientist II
Work Model: OnSite
Grade: B0:04
Hours: 37.5
Salary: $26.76 $33.45 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Shifts: Monday Friday
Status: Temporary FullTime
Closing Date: Dec. 15 2024
Position Summary
A Research Technician position is available in Toronto Canada in the laboratory of Dr. Donald Weaver at the Krembil Research Institute Toronto Western Hospital University Health Network.The research focus is on designing and developing potential therapeutic entities for neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia. The successful applicant will utilize standardized laboratory techniques and procedures in in vitro biology applications; perform experiments and analysis; communicate and maintain records of experimental data. We expect strong commitment good communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment with highly qualified professionals from international backgrounds.
Duties
- Assisting in the development of new cellfree and cellbased assays.
- Routine screening of compounds inin vitro and cellbased assays.
- Documentation and analysis of experimental results and the independent preparation of reports.
- Review of scientific literature and application to current and future assay development.
- Monitoring and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
Qualifications :
- BSc or MSc in a biological science
- At minimum six (6) months related work experience in a laboratory setting
- Expertise and experience in standard research laboratory techniques and procedures
- Experience with protein analysis (ELISA SDS PAGE WB)
- Experience with in vitro ADME assays is an asset
- Experience with LCMSMS work is an asset
- experience with rodent handling is an asset
- Detail oriented and well organized
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Problemsolving and troubleshooting skills; take initiative and solve problems
Additional Information :
Why join UHN
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts onsite gyms etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Employment Type
Contract
